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Hero Pattern

Testimonial Section

Social proof section using customer quotes to build trust mid-page.

Platform: webTags: testimonials, social-proof, trust, conversion

Layout

3-column card grid or single large featured quote. Cards: white background, subtle shadow. Featured: large quote mark, 24px quote text, left-aligned. Section background: slightly tinted (--color-bg-secondary).

Content Slots

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Quote text

The testimonial in full. 14–16px, italic or regular. Max 3–4 sentences — edit for brevity.

required

Author name

14px semibold.

required

Author title + company

13px secondary — establishes credibility of the source.

optional

Author photo

40–48px circular avatar. Builds human connection.

optional

Company logo

24px height, greyscale. Recognizable logos add credibility.

optional

Star rating

5-star display if from a review platform.

Hierarchy Rules

  • Quote text is the primary element — largest and highest contrast
  • Author attribution directly below quote with no competing elements between
  • Company logo or title establishes why this person's opinion matters
  • Avoid quote walls — 3 carefully chosen quotes beat 12 generic ones
  • Specificity beats enthusiasm: "Saved us 8 hours/week" > "Amazing product!"

Source Topic

designing brand identity

Brand Value and Investment

Understanding brand as a measurable business asset that compounds over time